Architecture for Beginners

Name: Architecture for Beginners
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A step-by-step strategy for understanding Architecture Course

Created byProf. M. SENTHIL

Last updated 12/2023

English

What you'll learn

The Complete introduction to Architecture Course for Aspiring Architecture Students
This course will give you an understanding about Architecture
Provides an overview of architecture professionals' works through the works of famous architects.
Explains in detail from concept to case study of a building

Course content

5 sections • 17 lectures • 1h 49m total length

Architecture Overview7:48
Explore the basics of architecture, its core elements and styles, and the principles of proportion, light, and function, while previewing career paths and design tools like CAD, BIM, and VR.
What is Architecture2:26
Career options available for architecture students?4:12
Explore diverse career paths in architecture, including architect, interior designer, landscape architect, urban planner, preservation architect, construction manager, building inspector, and furniture designer, with licensure and collaboration requirements.
subjects covered in bachelor’s of architecture course ?2:49
Learn core subjects in a bachelor of architecture, including design fundamentals, building science, architectural drawing, codes, services, professional practice, landscape and urban design, with studios and specializations.
History of Architecture?6:33
Explore the evolution of European architecture from Gothic and Romanesque to Baroque and neoclassical, tracing medieval roots to Palladian and Georgian styles.
Sketching in Architecture?2:05
Sketching in architecture communicates ideas from initial design problems to details, saving time, guiding schematic design, and establishing a visual language where ideas come to life.

Zaha Hadid5:19
Explore Zaha Hadid in the architecture for beginners course, focusing on her contributions to architecture and inspiring beginner learners.
Bjarke Ingels10:13
Explore architecture basics in this Bjarke Ingels lecture for architecture for beginners, offering an accessible overview and practical insights for new learners.
Rem Koolhaus4:21
Explore the work of Rem Koolhaus in architecture for beginners, providing an introductory look at this figure within the field.

Innovative Concepts18:47
Explore innovative concepts in architecture for beginners, outlining core ideas and practical approaches to start designing with confidence.
Blobitecture6:59
Explore blobitecture, a style of curved, organic forms shaped by computer modeling rather than physical models. See Berlin Brain, Gateshead, and Eden Project to understand how digital design shapes architecture.
Tropical Architecture5:02
Discover tropical architecture through beginner-friendly guidance, using simple concepts from the architecture for beginners course to introduce approachable design ideas.

Website to Check out Trends in Architecture9:23
Learn how to use a website to check out trends in architecture, helping beginners identify current patterns in the field.
Role of an Architect?5:25
Discover the role of an architect and its importance for beginners, outlining key responsibilities and how architects guide architectural projects.
Urban Design V/S Architecture3:16
Explore the differences between urban design and architecture, showing how urban design shapes public spaces and city identity while architecture designs buildings and their aesthetic, function, and integration with surroundings.

Requirements

No Architecture knowledge required.
Basic Visual and English Audio understanding is enough.

Description

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to architecture, designed for students, beginners, and anyone curious about the built environment. It covers the fundamentals of architecture, the scope of the profession, and how architectural thinking shapes buildings, cities, and everyday spaces.

The course begins by explaining what architecture is, its historical evolution, and the subjects typically studied in a Bachelor of Architecture program. Learners are introduced to essential skills such as architectural sketching, along with an overview of career paths available to architecture students.

To build design awareness, the course explores the works of influential contemporary architects such as Zaha Hadid, Bjarke Ingels, and Rem Koolhaas, highlighting their design philosophies and iconic projects. Learners will also engage with key architectural ideas including innovative concepts, blobitecture, and tropical architecture, helping them understand how climate, technology, and creativity influence design.

Through building design case studies—including school and hotel design—the course demonstrates how architectural principles are applied in real projects. It concludes by discussing current trends in architecture, the evolving role of the architect, and the relationship between architecture and urban design.

Who this course is for:

Aspiring architecture students
First-year architecture and design students
Anyone considering a career in architecture
Design enthusiasts interested in buildings and cities

Prerequisites:
No prior knowledge required. This course is ideal for absolute beginners.

By the end of the course, learners will have a strong foundational understanding of architecture, its practice, and its future directions.

Who this course is for:

Aspiring Architecture Students, first year architecture students.
Architecture beginners

Architecture for Beginners

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Course content

About Architecture6 lectures • 26min

Works of Famous Architects3 lectures • 20min

Understanding Architecture3 lectures • 31min

BUILDING DESIGN: Case Studies2 lectures • 15min

Trends in Architecture3 lectures • 18min

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